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Robert Pires and Kolo Toure (Arsenal). Arsenal 1: 2 Chelsea. FA Community Shield
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Robert Pires and Kolo Toure (Arsenal). Arsenal 1: 2 Chelsea. FA Community Shield
The Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, 7/8/05. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this evocative photograph, two Arsenal Football Club legends, Robert Pires and Kolo Toure, share a moment of camaraderie and reflection during the FA Community Shield match against Chelsea at The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff on August 7,2005. The annual curtain-raiser to the new football season saw Arsenal fall short, losing 1-2 to their London rivals. Robert Pires, a French international winger, had joined Arsenal in 2000 and was a key player in their "Invincibles" team that went unbeaten in the Premier League during the 2003-04 season. His skill, creativity, and determination on the pitch earned him numerous accolades, including the Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year award in 2000 and the PFA Players' Player of the Year award in 2003. Kolo Toure, a towering Ivorian central defender, had joined Arsenal in 2002 and quickly established himself as a vital member of the Gunners' defense. His strength, pace, and composure on the ball made him a formidable presence in the heart of the Arsenal backline. Toure would go on to make over 200 appearances for the club before departing in 2009. Despite the disappointing result, this image captures the enduring spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie that exists between players, even in the heat of competition. The shared glance between Pires and Toure speaks volumes about their bond and the memories they created during their time at Arsenal Football Club.
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